This Day In Top 40 History: November 13

On November 13, 2020, Harry Styles made history as the first solo male artist to appear on the cover of American Vogue. Wearing a custom Gucci dress, Styles challenged traditional ideas of masculinity and sparked a global conversation about gender expression in fashion and music.

Known for his chart-topping hits like “As It Was,” “Sign of the Times,” and “Adore You,” Styles has become one of the most influential figures in modern pop. Before his solo success, he rose to fame as part of One Direction, with hits including “Best Song Ever” and “Drag Me Down.”

More Music Milestones from November 13

  • 1965: The Four Tops released their second album, featuring the classic hit “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch),” which topped the Billboard Hot 100. Other standout tracks included “Something About You” and “It’s the Same Old Song.”

  • 2015: Justin Bieber dropped his album Purpose, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The record featured smash singles like “What Do You Mean?,” “Love Yourself,” and “Sorry.” His collaboration with Diplo and Skrillex“Where Are Ü Now,” hit No. 8 and earned him a GRAMMY Award in 2016.

2020: Chris Stapleton released Starting Over, which debuted at No. 1 on the Country Albums chart and reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200. The heartfelt title track climbed to No. 25 on the Hot 100.

2022: Post Malone delivered a high-energy show at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California.

  • 2024: Billie Eilish performed an intimate concert in Chicago, captivating fans with songs from her evolving catalog.

  • 2016: The music world mourned the loss of Leon Russell, a genre-blending artist and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who passed away at age 74.

From Harry Styles’ fashion-forward statement to chart-topping releases by Justin Bieber and The Four Tops, November 13 continues to stand out as a day filled with artistic expression and musical milestones.